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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Prospect Lefferts Gardens vs Red Hook

Side-by-side market data, transit, and neighborhood profiles to help you decide.

Brooklyn|Brooklyn

Prospect Lefferts Gardens

Brooklyn

Red Hook

Brooklyn

How They Compare

For buyers focused on affordability, Red Hook has the lower median sale price at $1.1M vs $1.2M in Prospect Lefferts Gardens.

Investors analyzing rental yield will find Red Hook offers a stronger rent-to-price ratio based on current market data.

Median Sale Price
$1.2M
$1.1M
Median Rent
$3K
$4K
Active Listings
44
15
Avg Days on Market
32 days
1303 days
YoY Price Change
+110.9%
0.0%
Monthly Sales Volume
10
1

Detailed Comparison

MetricProspect Lefferts GardensRed Hook
Median Sale Price$1,212,500$1,120,075
Median Condo Price$912,500N/A
Median Co-op PriceN/A$177,249
Median Rent$3,150$4,399.5
Active Listings4415
Rental Inventory16522
Days on Market321303
Price Cut Share4.5%10.0%
Monthly Sales Volume101
YoY Price Change+110.9%0.0%
YoY Rent Change+6.1%+32.3%
YoY Inventory Change+18.9%-21.1%
Subway LinesN/AN/A

Year-Over-Year Price Movement

Prices in Prospect Lefferts Gardens moved +110.9% over the past year, compared to 0.0% in Red Hook. The +110.9% gain in Prospect Lefferts Gardens reflects stronger buyer demand relative to available inventory in that market.

Neighborhood Profiles

Prospect Lefferts Gardens

Prospect Lefferts Gardens borders the eastern edge of Prospect Park and sits adjacent to the Brooklyn Botanic Garden and Brooklyn Museum, with the Lefferts Manor Historic District preserving blocks of limestone, brownstone, and brick rowhouses in Renaissance Revival, Neo-Federal, and Tudor Revival styles. The B, Q, and S trains stop at Prospect Park station, the Q serves Parkside Avenue, and the 2 and 5 trains connect at Sterling and Winthrop Streets. Housing ranges from intact 19th- and early 20th-century rowhouses to prewar apartment buildings along the main corridors.

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Red Hook

Red Hook is a waterfront neighborhood defined by cobblestone lanes, repurposed brick warehouses, and low-rise residential buildings on a peninsula jutting into Upper New York Bay. No subway runs directly through the neighborhood; NYC Ferry's South Brooklyn route and the B61 bus provide primary transit connections to Downtown Brooklyn and Manhattan. Valentino Pier Park and the 58-acre Red Hook Recreation Area offer harbor-front green space, while the working cruise terminal at Pier 12 maintains the area's maritime heritage.

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Transit Access

Prospect Lefferts Gardens

No subway data available

Red Hook

No subway data available

Active Listings

Prospect Lefferts Gardens for sale

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Listing data is derived in whole or in part from the RLS at REBNY (Real Estate Board of New York) Internet Data Exchange (IDX) database. Real estate listings held by brokerage firms other than Milton Coste | Keller Williams NYC are marked with the RLS logo. The information provided is for consumers' personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Data last updated: 1/1/1970.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Prospect Lefferts Gardens cheaper than Red Hook?
Red Hook is more affordable, with a median sale price of $1,120,075 vs $1,212,500 in Prospect Lefferts Gardens. Pricing can vary widely by building, floor, and unit condition, so review current listings for accurate comparisons.
Which has better transit, Prospect Lefferts Gardens or Red Hook?
Transit data is not available for these neighborhoods. Check the MTA website for current service maps.
Which is better for families, Prospect Lefferts Gardens or Red Hook?
This depends on what type of home fits your household. Prospect Lefferts Gardens and Red Hook both offer a mix of apartment and multi-room units in co-ops, condos, and townhouses. Larger 3- and 4-bedroom units, including townhouses and multi-family properties, tend to be more available in lower-density areas. Reviewing active listings filtered by bedroom count is the most reliable way to see what each neighborhood currently offers for larger households. A licensed broker can pull current inventory by bedroom count across both areas for a direct comparison.
Should I buy in Prospect Lefferts Gardens or Red Hook?
The right neighborhood depends on your price range, commute needs, and preferred property type. A comparative market analysis (CMA) of recent sales in both Prospect Lefferts Gardens and Red Hook gives you the clearest picture of what your budget gets in each location. Request a free CMA from Milton Coste to get a side-by-side breakdown of current opportunities.

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